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AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 39 Posts

39
Vacancies
1 October 2026
Last Date
Email only ([email protected]); no other mode is accepted
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Darbhanga, Bihar
Location

AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

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Organization NameAirports Authority of India (AAI) – Schedule ‘A’ Mini Ratna Category-1 Public Sector Enterprise
Total Vacancies39
Application ModeEmail only ([email protected]); no other mode is accepted
Job LocationDarbhanga, Bihar
Notification Number14/2026/CHQ/SSCOs
Last Updated16 Sep 2026

AAI SSCO Consultant Engagement 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Opening Date for Submission of Applications (by email)17 September 2026
Last Date for Submission of Application1 October 2026
Interview ScheduleWill be intimated later, only on the registered email ID of shortlisted candidates

AAI SSCO Consultant Engagement 2026 Vacancy Details (Location-wise)

6 Airfield Locations 15 Largest Requirement (Goa/Dabolim) 39 Total Consultants
Post CodeLocation Wise RequirementNo Of Consultants
1Pune Airport [For Surface Movement Control (SMC)]11
2Kanpur Airport2
3Purnea Airport4
4Goa (Dabolim) Airport [11 for SMC + 04 for ATC]15
5Port Blair Airport [For SMC]4
6Darbhanga Airport3
Total39

AAI SSCO Consultant Engagement 2026 Eligibility Criteria

RequirementDetails
Eligible CandidatesRetired Short Service Commission Officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, or Indian Coast Guard
Educational QualificationGraduate in any discipline from a recognized university
Professional QualificationBasic ATC Course/ATM and AL (Basic) and GCA/ATSS Course
Required ExperienceMinimum 5 years (cumulative) of ATC duties, with at least 1 year of ATC duties at a Joint User Defence Airfield

AAI SSCO Consultant Engagement 2026 Age Limit

ConditionRequirement
Maximum AgeNot more than 50 years as on the last date for submission of application (1 October 2026)
Gap Since RetirementThe period between the date of retirement from the Indian Army/Navy/Air Force/Coast Guard and the last date for submission of application must not exceed 6 years
Maximum Age During ExtensionAny extension of the contract cannot take the consultant beyond 55 years of age

AAI SSCO Consultant Engagement 2026 Remuneration & Allowances

As per DoPT OM F. No. 3-25/2020-E.IIIA dated 09.12.2020, a fixed monthly remuneration is admissible, arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. This fixed amount remains unchanged for the entire term of the contract – there is no annual increment or percentage increase during the contract period. HRA: Not admissible. Transport Allowance: A fixed amount for commuting between residence and place of work, not exceeding the rate applicable to the appointee at the time of retirement; this amount also remains unchanged during the appointment. TA/DA on official tour, if any, is admissible as per the consultant’s entitlement at the time of retirement. TDS will be deducted at source from the remuneration.

AAI SSCO Consultant Engagement 2026 Selection Process

There is no written examination. Only candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria and are shortlisted will be called for Application Verification followed by an Interview . Final selection is based on merit ranking of the interview alone. The schedule for verification/interview will be intimated to shortlisted candidates only on their registered email ID. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the application verification/interview, for joining the assignment, on its completion, or at any point during the engagement process. Mere submission of an application, or meeting the eligibility criteria, does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview/selection. Prior to commencement of the contract, AAI may require the selected consultant to submit a Medical Fitness Certificate (equivalent to defence medical standards) from a recognized physician, duly certified by the ATS In-Charge of t

Documents Required

Duly filled Application Form (Annexure-1), including: name, date of birth, age as on 01.10.2026, father’s name, gender, service branch (Army/Navy/Air Force/Coast Guard), date of joining and date of discharge from the Armed Forces, permanent and correspondence addresses, mobile number and email ID Details of Educational/Professional Qualification – exam/qualification, university/college, month & year of passing, percentage of marks Details of Work Experience – organization/department, designation with level, period (from-to), total experience, nature of work (attach a separate sheet if required) Self-attested copies of all supporting documents substantiating educational qualification and work experience claims A recent photograph, and the candidate’s signature with the declaration on the application form

Important Conditions

Initial engagement is for 1 year only, extendable by 1 more year at a time; the total cumulative period cannot exceed 5 years, and no extension can take the consultant beyond 55 years of age. The engagement is full-time; consultants will not be permitted to take up any other assignment during the engagement period. A formal Contract/Agreement specifying the terms and conditions will be drawn up between the selected consultant and AAI. Consultants will assist and support Air Traffic Control (ATC) operations at the concerned Joint User Defence Airfield, including ATC/SMC operations, watch extension, and other ATC-related activities as assigned by the ATS In-Charge. Leave is allowed at 1.5 days for each completed month of service. Consultants must mark attendance daily at their place of reporting/engagement. Unavailed leave in a calendar year is neither carried forward nor encashed into the

AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Download and fill the Application Form in the prescribed format (Annexure-1 to the Advertisement).
  • 2Attach self-attested copies of all necessary supporting documents, proof of Educational Qualification and Work Experience.
  • 3Combine the duly filled application and all supporting documents into a single PDF file not exceeding 5 MB.
  • 4Email the combined PDF to [email protected] on or before 1 October 2026.

AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1Who can apply for this AAI engagement?
A
Only retired Short Service Commission Officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, or Indian Coast Guard, meeting the qualification, experience and age criteria.
Q2How many posts are available and where?
A
39 posts in total, across Pune (11), Kanpur (2), Purnea (4), Goa/Dabolim (15), Port Blair (4) and Darbhanga (3) airports.
Q3What is the last date to apply?
A
1 October 2026; applications open from 17 September 2026 and must be sent only by email to [email protected].
Q4What is the age limit?
A
Not more than 50 years as on the last date of application, and the gap since retirement from the Armed Forces must not exceed 6 years.
Q5Is there a written exam?
A
No. Selection is through shortlisting, application verification, and an interview; final selection is based on merit ranking of the interview.
Q6What is the remuneration?
A
A fixed monthly amount, calculated by deducting basic pension from the pay drawn at retirement, as per DoPT OM dated 09.12.2020; it remains unchanged for the contract term with no annual increment.
Q7How long is the engagement?
A
Initially 1 year, extendable by 1 year at a time up to a cumulative maximum of 5 years, and never beyond age 55.
Q8Where do I send my application?
A
Only by email, as a single combined PDF (max 5 MB) to [email protected]; no other mode is accepted.
Q9How can I apply for AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 39 Posts?
A
Ans: You can apply online through the official recruitment link provided for AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 39 Posts on www.topsarkarijobs.com. Read the full notification and check your eligibility before applying on the official portal. TopSarkariJobs began compiling verified government-job updates in 2020 and launched online in 2025.
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